Public events 2023/2024
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Santa’s Workship!
We are open from December 13 - December 22 from 10:30 - 3:30 PM.
Santa will be at the Ship Sunday & Saturdays from 11:00 - 3:00 PM.
December 19th come to the ship from 5:00 - 6:00 PM for Christmas story time with Kyla one of our Ship Board of Directors!
Business After Business 1920s Christmas Night Out
A night of networking with the Penticton Chamber of Commerce!
Steering Through History
Join us on select Thursdays to learn more about the history of the Okanagan Valley
Members Exclusive ~ Canada Day Fireworks View
This event is for Society members only.
S.S. Sicamous members are all invited down to the ship to watch the fireworks from the bow decks. local beer, wine, and cider will be available for purchase. Chairs will be available and the giftshop will be open upon request.
Commemorative Cover Unveiling
The public is invited to join the Penticton Stamp Club and the S.S. Sicamous onboard the S.S. Sicamous for the unveiling of the S.S. Sicamous centennial Cover on Monday, May 20 at 10:00 AM. A Limited edition collectors cover, cancelled with a special Sicamous stamp created for our 100th birthday, and signed by the artist, Randy Manual, will be available for purchase at the unveiling. The original artwork will be on display at the ship during the event.
110th Birthday Party ~ Sicamous & Naramata
Join us on May 19th for the Sicamous and Naramata’s 110th Birthday party. This is a free community event for everyone!
OKANAGAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
This event is not a S.S. Sicamous event and is hosted by the OKANAGAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Be transported by composers of the early 20th century who shifted orchestral indulgences of the late romantic era into the clean lines of the Art Deco style. In The Soldier’s Tale, drawing on Russian folk tales, Stravinsky pits the soldier against the devil in a Faustian counterpoint of musical virtuosity.
Indigenous Fashion Show - Ignite the Arts Festival
an Indigenous runway & wearable arts gala showcasing Indigenous designers & artisans at the IGNITE THE ARTS festival in Penticton, BC.
Scotch Tasting & Canapes with the Penticton Rotary Club Sunrise
The Rotary Club of Penticton invites you aboard the SS Sicamous for an evening of scotch tasting and canapes on the evening of March 2nd, 2024.
This is not a S.S. Sicamous event.
Santa’s Workship!
Celebrate the holidays with us by exploring the Queen of Okanagan Lake when she is all decked out for the season with our magical KVR Model Train and Christmas decorations. T
A Taste of Harvest - Tasting event
Taste of Harvest is our nod to fall festivals. Get in the spirit of bygone days and wear your best roaring twenties outfits while you sip on great local brews, accompanied by savoury bites
Christmas Card Online fundraiser
Help Support the S.S. Naramata with our Second Christmas Card Fundraiser!
We are happy to announce that we will be raising funds to help restore the history of our future S.S. Naramata Museum. The funds will go towards preserving and restoring archives throughout our museum displays. We are hoping to open up the S.S. Naramata within the next year to the general public for private guided tours.
Murder Mystery Gala
Tickets will go on sale at the beginning of July. Please note they will sell out quickly so please watch our website for a ticket link.
On August 5, 1927 Drake Maverick, a wealthy businessman and notorious gambler from San Francisco was murdered onboard the S.S. Sicamous, while hosting a floating soiree. Maverick had brought along many of his wealthy, influential friends, and some enemies, onboard for a decadent evening of food and entertainment. Guests will enjoy dressing in 1920s formal wear, food, cocktails, live music and the Murder Mystery game/show.
Paranormal History Adventure
Join the Canadian Paranormal Society and the S.S. Sicamous Society on July 29 for an intriguing evening of history, mystery, and thrill. Experience first-hand the excitement of a live paranormal investigation and presentation. We will explore the methodology of ghost-hunting and the history of ghosts throughout the Okanagan region.
Members Exclusive ~ Canada Day Fireworks View
This event is for Society members only.
S.S. Sicamous members are all invited down to the ship to watch the fireworks from the bow decks. local beer, wine, and cider will be available for purchase. Chairs will be available and the giftshop will be open upon request.
Party in the Park
Come on down to the S.S. Sicamous for a Beer garden and a live performance with the Yard Katz. Please note that you must be 19 or order to enter the beer zone. Tickets are $25.00 each.
South Okanagan Plastic Models Contest
Do you share a passion for small scale model building? Than our South Okanagan Plastic Models contest is perfect for you. All skill levels and types of molders are welcome to participate in the contest.
The general public is welcome to come on down to the ship to help judge and check out the models. Regular museum admission fee applies but feel free to come back during judging to see the results.
The Bay ~ Beauty Event
A Gatsby themed event
A fashion show will take place for all to enjoy! Bring a non-perishable food item for the Salvation Army Foodbank & you will be eligible to win a basket worth over $200! The evening of our Gala, you will be eligible to win an amazing in-store Grand Prize!
Plus a chance to win a $5000 Hudson's Bay Shopping Spree!
Sip Back in Time
Do you have no plans in April and love wine? Come check out our Sip Back in Time event at the SS Sicamous.
Grab a friend and join us on April 15 for our Wine Tasting experience. All guests will get the chance to explore the beautiful SS Sicamous in its full glory as they taste exceptional wines from the South Okanagan region. Tickets will include 6 tasting experiences, a charcuterie plate, live music, access to our silent auction, and admission into the beautiful SS Sicamous Museum.